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Secretariat of the Global Alliance for the Rights of Older People. Supporting members around the world in our work towards a new UN convention on the rights of older people.
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Global Alliance @garopsec.bsky.social · Dec 10
📢This #HumanRightsDay we announce the Global Rally 2026! From 1–7 Feb, advocates will unite around the world to call for a strong UN convention with the full participation of older people. Read our statement and join us! rightsofolderpeople.org/global-rally... #AgeWithRights #GlobalRally2026
Photo shows a group of older women in Liberia walking in a street and carrying banners. Caption reads 'Global Rally 1-7th February 2026. #EqualVoicesEqualRights #AgeWithRights
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"We are entering a very critical stage. The participation of older people and civil society must be ensured throughout the entire drafting process" says Sanju of Ageing Nepal

💪Let us stand together to demand #EqualVoicesEqualRights for older people!

Watch Sanju's video: youtu.be/h2K6JlyuaE8
A message from Sanju Thapa Magar for the Age With Rights Global Rally 2026
YouTube video by Global Alliance for the Rights of Older People
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January 29, 2026 at 1:55 PM
garopsec.bsky.social
"A UN convention must be drafted with the meaningful and effective participation of all civil society, and be inclusive of older people at every stage" says Marta, GAROP Co-chair.

This is the moment - support our rally for #EqualVoicesEqualRights #AgeWithRights

Watch here: youtu.be/0MgiR1hTnZA
Message from Marta Hajek , Co-chair of GAROP, for the Age With Rights campaign Global Rally 2026
YouTube video by Global Alliance for the Rights of Older People
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January 26, 2026 at 10:19 AM
garopsec.bsky.social
Our #GlobalRally2026 is building solidarity and awareness around our rights in older age.

Lusungu from Malawi says 'Older people deserve to #AgeWithRights, respect and dignity. We stand in unity with older persons world-wide.'

Listen to Lusungu's full message: youtu.be/sSXe_RFn6fg
Message from Lusungu Luhanga, Elderly Assistance Network (EAN), Malawi, for the Global Rally 2026
YouTube video by Global Alliance for the Rights of Older People
youtu.be
January 22, 2026 at 9:18 AM
garopsec.bsky.social
"The UN resolution in 2025 was a historic milestone. As the Spanish government, we will rally for a UN convention - it is the moment!" says Manuel Veguín García of
@imserso.bsky.social

Thank you Manuel for this #GlobalRally2026 video statement!: youtu.be/W4I64dzWE3I

#AgeWithRights
A message from Manuel Veguín García, Government of Spain, for the Age With Rights Global Rally 2026
YouTube video by Global Alliance for the Rights of Older People
youtu.be
January 19, 2026 at 9:52 AM
garopsec.bsky.social
Why is our #GlobalRally2026 so important?

Because we need the new UN convention on older people's rights to be strong, ambitious and effective, explains João Iotti of ILC Brazil.

#AgeWithRights is a commitment to present and future generations!

Watch João's video here: youtu.be/JgTr6BhHxw0
Message from Joao Iotti for the Age With Rights Global Rally 2026
YouTube video by Global Alliance for the Rights of Older People
youtu.be
January 14, 2026 at 10:55 AM
garopsec.bsky.social
Why a Global Rally? Because older people must have equal voice and participation in drafting the new UN convention. Older people's rights must be respected. Join us from 1-7 February! #AgeWithRights #EqualVoicesEqualRights
Image shows an older woman in Nigeria holding an Age With Rights campaign banner surrounded by other older women. Caption reads 'Global Rally, 1-7 February 2026, rightsofolderpeople.org'
January 9, 2026 at 6:11 PM
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🌍Our GAROP Steering Group member, Paulette Metang,
of ACAMAGE in Cameroon welcomes the #GlobalRally2026 and urges govts to ensure older people have equal voice throughout the entire negotiation process for a UN Convention!💪

Full message here:
youtube.com/shorts/q2KHV...

#AgeWithRights
Message from Paulette Metang for the Age With Rights Global Rally 2026
YouTube video by Global Alliance for the Rights of Older People
youtube.com
December 19, 2025 at 2:59 PM
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independentage.bsky.social
We are so pleased to have worked with Kallis on such a special day for many of the older people who support our work 💚

From pulling crackers to belting out Christmas classics, we had a lovely time with our guests and appreciate their kind feedback.

www.independentage.org/support-us
A white card with a curled red ribbon at the top and the logos for Kallis and Independent Age at the bottom asks event attendees: 'how did today make you feel?' A handwritten response reads: Today was "outstanding". What a FAB welcome. I felt safe, looked after, seen and cherished. Paula, an attendee at the Independent Age and Kallis event, wrote about her day. Her handwritten note reads: Wonderful! Special! Included! Useful. That I can make a difference. Welcomed. Loved. Valued. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. Paula. An attendee's feedback on the Kallis and Independent Age event reads: Lovely team who worked tirelessly to ensure attendees had an enjoyable time. Excellent lunch and great range of activities. Also nice interacting with everyone, hope this event is repeated. Thank you all for your sterling hard work. Another attendee response reads: Happy and involved, wanted and appreciated. Met new friends and old. Fabulous and happy, a fabulous day. Thank you. Love Vonnie X
December 17, 2025 at 9:25 AM
garopsec.bsky.social
Thank you to Rigbe Gebrehawaria for supporting the #GlobalRally2026 & calling on govts to demonstrate leadership at the February IGWG meeting!

We should leverage Africa's valuable experience & amplify older people's voices from Africa in this process

#AgeWithRights

youtube.com/shorts/RF2T-...
A message from Rigbe Gebrehawaria for the Age With Rights Global Rally 2026
YouTube video by Global Alliance for the Rights of Older People
youtube.com
December 15, 2025 at 2:14 PM
garopsec.bsky.social
👏Thank you to @olderpersons.bsky.social for this powerful message calling for active participation in #GlobalRally2026!

We need to mobilise for a strong UN convention and the full participation of older persons.

Watch, share, get involved! #AgeWithRights

youtu.be/_QbWGXv6Xts
Message from the UN Independent Expert on the rights of older persons for the Global Rally 2026
YouTube video by Global Alliance for the Rights of Older People
youtu.be
December 12, 2025 at 12:27 PM
garopsec.bsky.social
📢This #HumanRightsDay we announce the Global Rally 2026! From 1–7 Feb, advocates will unite around the world to call for a strong UN convention with the full participation of older people. Read our statement and join us! rightsofolderpeople.org/global-rally... #AgeWithRights #GlobalRally2026
Photo shows a group of older women in Liberia walking in a street and carrying banners. Caption reads 'Global Rally 1-7th February 2026. #EqualVoicesEqualRights #AgeWithRights
December 10, 2025 at 9:40 AM
garopsec.bsky.social
🌍Stronger societies begin with connection and rights.
Hear how communities in Asia and Africa bridge generations, foster inclusion, and uphold dignity through a rights-based approach. #WSSD2 #SocialDevelopment

Check here for Session details and to register 👉 www.ageknowble.com/2025/10/05/s...
Second World Summit on Social Development 2025 - Age Knowble
From Potential to Progress: Empowering Every Generation for Social Development in Asia and Africa by Margaret Young
www.ageknowble.com
October 20, 2025 at 2:10 PM
garopsec.bsky.social
This #IDOP25 we call on all governments to include older persons as equal partners in the drafting of the new UN convention and support the resolution to renew the mandate of the UN Independent Expert on older persons' rights at #HRC60 next week.

Read more: rightsofolderpeople.org/garop-statem...
GAROP statement on International Day of Older Persons 2025
Statement by the Steering Group of the Global Alliance for the Rights of Older People (GAROP) for the United Nations International Day of Older Persons 2025 (UNIDOP 2025) 1 October 2025 On the United ...
rightsofolderpeople.org
October 1, 2025 at 9:59 AM
garopsec.bsky.social
📢'The gender pension gap is a lived reality of older women in Asia Pacific and Mongolia' says Amarsanaa. States must support the drafting of a new UN convention to provide social protection for older women and men in all their diversity.#AgeWithRights #IDOP25 #HRC60

📽️More here: youtu.be/cvy6XhcteuI
Amarsanaa Darisuren
YouTube video by Global Alliance for the Rights of Older People
youtu.be
September 30, 2025 at 9:29 AM
garopsec.bsky.social
📢'It's not a matter of welfare but of human rights' - Dr. Amara talks about older persons' experience in Nigeria in this statement for #IDOP2025 and #HRC60. We need the full and equal participation of older persons in the drafting of the new treaty! #AgeWithRights

📽️ youtube.com/shorts/56NH-...
Mission to Elderlies Foundation Oral Statement
YouTube video by Global Alliance for the Rights of Older People
youtube.com
September 29, 2025 at 12:39 PM
garopsec.bsky.social
We are following the Human Rights Council's pledging event now - candidate State, Slovenia, emphasised their support for older person's rights. This will be vital as work commences soon on a new legally binding instrument! #AgeWithRights @ishr.ch @amnesty.org
September 4, 2025 at 1:48 PM
garopsec.bsky.social
Bukola (Nigeria) states, “we have a long-term plan for our lives, and we all deserve the equal opportunity to age with rights.”

What do you want to see in the convention on the rights of older people?

www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZFzm...

#AgeWithRights
Bukola Osinbajo, Age Nigeria
YouTube video by Global Alliance for the Rights of Older People
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July 28, 2025 at 9:52 PM
garopsec.bsky.social
Ratee (Nepal) wants to see an older age that allows for the enjoyment of our independence, living with dignity and with our own identity.

What do you want to see in the convention on the rights of older people?

www.youtube.com/watch?v=jWXp...

#AgeWithRights
International Day of Older Persons 2024 - Ratee Pakwan Suwal
YouTube video by Global Alliance for the Rights of Older People
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July 21, 2025 at 6:14 PM
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ilccanada.bsky.social
⚖ Share this! We need to protect the rights of older people. How? The Government of Canada needs to sign on to the UN Convention on the Human Rights of Older People.

Join the CCAA: to Age with Rights, together!

#CCAAgeism https://cstu.io/8232ab
July 21, 2025 at 4:00 PM
garopsec.bsky.social
Eleanora (Argentina) believes that we all have the right to age with dignity and autonomy.

What do you want to see in the convention on the rights of older people?

www.youtube.com/watch?v=LhaX...

#AgeWithRights
Centro de Investigaciones en Derecho de la Vejez
YouTube video by Global Alliance for the Rights of Older People
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July 16, 2025 at 6:39 PM
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ageplatformeu.bsky.social
📣 #Digitalisation: AGE was featured in Headquarters Magazine! Julia Wadoux and Vera Hörmann spoke about the importance of ensuring that people of all ages can choose how they receive info - whether in print or digital form.

📖 Full interview (page 12) bit.ly/4kzbhU5

#OlderPeople #EuropeforAllAges
“Digitalisation must be human-centred, based on trust, communication and shared goals” Julia Wadoux and Vera Hörmann - AGE Platform Europe
July 16, 2025 at 8:29 AM
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ilccanada.bsky.social
Justice for older persons! ⚖️ A UN Convention would create accountability mechanisms, enabling older persons to seek redress for rights violations & holding states responsible. #UNConventionOnOlderPersons #AgeWithRights #ILCCanada #AccessToJustice
July 16, 2025 at 10:00 AM
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ccaageism.bsky.social
Bridge the gap! Intergenerational activities are powerful tools against #ageism. Connect with people of different ages through shared hobbies, volunteering, or simply striking up a conversation. You'll be amazed what you learn!
#Intergenerational #CommunityBuilding
July 16, 2025 at 10:01 AM
garopsec.bsky.social
Aurora (Spain) wants to see a future where older persons achieve the peaceful old age that they deserve.

What do you want to see in the convention on the rights of older people?

#AgeWithRights

www.youtube.com/watch?v=Im36...
European Anti-Poverty Network: Age With Rights video for Global Rally 2023
YouTube video by Global Alliance for the Rights of Older People
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July 9, 2025 at 6:46 PM
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hrw.org
In South Korea, you can get penalized simply for getting older.

In a new report, HRW documents how South Korea’s laws and policies to protect older workers from age discrimination actually do the exact opposite.

Read more: bit.ly/4lGERYR
July 9, 2025 at 1:19 PM